2004 Nissan Armada vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. (302 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. (370 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Armada | S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5096 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 90 L |
